I know that most of the time people view a five star review as "fake" or unrealistic, but truly, I…read morelove this center so very much! Sharon, the director, is the kindest, most loving person. She sees the very best in each child and offers much needed insight into raising little ones. The teachers also reflect the same kindness, patience and love. Every morning I drop off my son knowing that he is loved and even enjoyed! I feel very grateful that my son has this extended family.

From the owner: Places You'll Grow is a center-based provider with an experienced, committed staff. Our area of…read morecare is from infancy (six weeks) through age twelve. We are a center that develops the potential of each individual child within our community by creating a safe and nurturing learning environment.

Dawn and Liz had my daughter for 2 years. The entire staff at this center and the Hooksett center…read morewere supportive and trustworthy.. They updated me throughout the days were my child was sick or hurt and didn't bother me for the minor bumps and bruises. I had just moved into the city and this was my first experience with day care of 5 children and this was by far the best experience and my child loves them and misses them dearly! I can't say enough about this place! I have a coworker who's little boy goes to the Hooksett location (small world) and they love it too! please call and save your spot!!!

quality from our group. Value in care, empathy and nurturing . Owner is down to earth and genuine…read more Loving . I love working here and being a teacher

My son attended the ark in hookset for 4 months. Originally my son was a student at the…read moreLondonderry. His time at Londonderry was cut short because the ark could not afford a third location. You would think there might've been some sort of notice that they provide the families that have sent their children there, been loyal and given thousands of dollars to them, however they gave us about an eight day notice 3 holiday days ans 2 weekend. they informed us that they would not be reopening after the Thanksgiving break. Because they told us the days before Thanksgiving there was limited amount of time that parents could call other daycares or schedule any tours. Because of this extreme unprofessional action we ended up taking him to the hookset location. We were told that "many" of the staff members would be going to the hookset location, but that was dishonest. Very quickly we saw that it was not ran the same way as Londonderry, even though it's the same business. My son's main teacher was "laid off" and somehow my son knew before I did, which was a problem for me. I then had a four-year-old very upset and I didn't know how to help them because I was not told by the school for days. They had a staffing change with his main teacher and did not tell parents for days! I told the school my son was sad his teacher "went to a new school" that same day she was laid off and I told the school I was upset that they told children that their teachers were not returning before telling parents. I was dismissed and called in for a meeting with the new director Casey and the owner( over zoom). The meeting interrupted my workday. 20 min before the meeting I was asked to move the time of my scheduled meeting so they could schedule a tour with a prospective student. That was not an appropriate request to make because your prioritizing a possible student over a student that you already have and failing. The meeting was a waste of my time. Issues were dismissed or lied about. Both the owner and Casey are tonedeaf, and condescending. Casey spent time saying being a parent was the reason that she could not communicate his teacher had left and also the reason that they couldn't communicate in person that the Londonderry school closing. When you're working it doesn't matter how many children you have it matters how well you do your job. They both refused to tell me that the kids knew and told me that my son is just "super smart" and figured that all out by himself from his Teacher not returning that afternoon. After that teacher/also prev director was let go, many other staff members left and all that were from the Londonderry location left within roughly 2 months. I brought up concerns about children being inappropriate and violent, playing violent games and was told that's a "typical" daycare thing. I then said I wanted parents talked to and the new director Casey informed me that she already pulled "all the dads"of that class to the side before this meeting. This made me question, I think a lot of kids in that classroom are also picked up by their moms so that didn't really make sense and it also didn't seem very truthful. Then more staff left this mast 2 weeks. He now has no preschool teacher in the classrooms and a new "teacher" is there almost daily. they don't seem to care to make the kids comfortable or feel supported there. I tried talking to the school about how much notice was needed they wanted me to refer to the handbook that says a two week notice has to be given or you have to pay for the two weeks. when I said that we weren't given a two week notice when the Londonderry school closed and I would hope that they'd be fair and honor a one week notice as they gave they said that they did give a two week notice and continue to deny that they didn't give a two week notice even though I have the actual brightwheel message from the school. Since this "director" Casey has taken over it seems to absolutely have gone even more downhill. Staff is visibly unhappy and they're not able to build meaningful connections with the students. It also makes me wonder how the kids are being cared for during the day. If staff is leaving every week there seems like something else might be going on. I would not recommend sending your kid here to the hookset location and I definitely would not recommend the director in their current role or the owner

The Ark Learning Center teacher pushed a door into my child's nose with enough force to cause a…read morenose bleed. Please note he is 3 years old and 32lbs, in my opinion this was excessive force. Parents be vigilant and do your homework before choosing a daycare, I do not recommend bringing your children here.

I think Debbie G. should consider removing her review, as I'm sure she is confused with the…read morelocation. Colorful Apples has been nothing short of amazing for my family. My son spent a month and a half at their Hooksett location before transferring to their Manchester location (there wasn't an opening in Manchester yet) and both schools are incredible. There are 3 sisters that own and operate these locations - them and their staff clearly love what they do. It was apparent with how happy my son would be when I picked him up, and how happy he was to be dropped off (after the initial crocodile tears) I am so looking forward to continue being a part of the Colorful Apples family and I would recommend either location to anyone looking for excellent childcare. It feels so good not to worry about the well-being of my child while I'm at work. Thank you to the entire Colorful Apples staff. We love you!

Dropping your baby off for the first day of daycare after being home with them full time might be…read morethe hardest thing a parent does. Thankfully I made a wonderful choice for my daughter's daycare with Colorful Apples! Since day one, the teachers have put my mind at ease. They are on top of everything that goes on and give my child so much attention and love that I could not be happier. The center in Manchester is small and I really love the family atmosphere it creates. You get to know all the kids and parents quickly. There is no greater comfort than feeling like your child is well loved and taken care of when you can't be there and that is what Colorful Apples has given me. Thank you so much Dawn, Liz and Amber.

I do not have a bad thing to say about this place. My daughter went here for 2 years from the time…read moreshe was born. I cried when we had to pull her. The people here really care about your kids and keep you well informed. They never close which is always good for working families.

From the owner: Our mission is to provide a center that is respected and valued in the community, where children,…read moreparents and staff are welcomed and appreciated. Where children can learn and prosper in a caring and loving environment. We make every effort to provide a learning environment that helps guide children through independent choices and positive role modeling; as well as a place where children can thrive emotionally, physically and developmentally. Where we have the best interest of the children, families and center in mind with everything we do.

This place is a diamond in the rough. A lot of preschools tend to be day cares, but Activa-tree is…read morereally prep for school. My daughter has gone there for a year and has learned so much from her teachers. Tuition is very reasonable. I'm thankful that we found such a loving and nurturing place for my daughter.

3 of my girls have been enrolled at this preschool.. They love it and the teachers.. 2 of them have…read moremoved onto Kindergarten (they're twins) and have exceeded the expectations of their new teacher/school. Loving school and being Kindergarten ready

I cannot be happier with the decision to come to this daycare for my daughter. Since day 1 they…read morehave worked with me and my schedule. I recently was involved in an accident and they made sure to keep up with us and to make sure we were ok and offer their services to my boyfriend even with myself in the hospital. They always work with me as long as I let them know what's going on. My daughter loves her school, as we call it since she is learning, all of her teachers and all of her friends. This place definitely makes you feel like family! They are always a text or a call away! They get the kids involved in a fun way while still learning! Love this place!!!

From the owner: Providing warm, nurturing and loving early childhood learning experience. Come learn, grow and…read moreexplore with us!

My grandson has been going to Noah's Ark for two years. Just want to say they are wonderful. I…read moretaught him to sign even though he is a hearing child and they have embraced this idea. They work on signs with him and the other children. They always make me feel like my grandson is the sweetest boy in the world (which he is of course) but it's great that they feel that way about all their kids. Love it there!

Apparently my son was too much of a typical preschooler for this school. He is active, curious, and…read morefull of energy. This Montessori school didn't want a child like this in August/September of 2020. My son was in a daycare/preschool setting prior to attending this Montessori school & we had no issues with his behavior. After three weeks of almost daily calls, going from a full day to a half day, to pretty much being asked to leave I reenrolled him to the daycare/school he was attending previously. He has just finished kindergarten at the top of his class; he finished all the math units three weeks before the 2023-2024 school year ended. I feel as though this school does not follow what Maria Montessori developed for children's education.

From the owner: Enrollment from ages 18 months to elementary. Enrolling for the 2019-2020 academic year. Very few…read morespots available. Please call or email for a tour today. North End Montessori School is located in a 24,000 square foot newly renovated building in the heart of the historic North End of Manchester, across the street from the Currier Museum of Art. Our facility offers amenities such as a large outdoor playground, indoor gymnasium, theater stage and lighting, and commercial culinary kitchen.

if I could do a negative I would . I would NOT recommend this school to anyone that cares about…read moretheir child , or anyone looking to pay a lot of money to have this "school" send your 3 year old to the office then home . clearly they do Not know how to care for children . my son and a 3 and is not a saint , but he's great to everyone other then the people here so that has to tell you something. I took my son out of places you'll grown for wanting more of a school type environment. this was by far my worst mitskev.

I wouldn't recommend sending your child to Alpha Bits Learning Center because I have worked there…read morefrom September 2020-February 2021. I have had a bad experience working there: I wasn't treated right by the staff members and I was lied on by another coworker stating that I was "too rough" with the kids and I know for a fact I told the office workers I am not like that because I have worked with kids and I knew better than to do that. When I got ready to go home I got called to the office and that's when I was terminate for that reason. If you want to work in a day care setting, don't work here because you will get lied on too